A TALKING NEWSPAPER
Who listens?
The service is primarily aimed at blind and partially sighted people, but it is often extended to physically handicapped people and others who find reading a strain.
How is the news sent to the listener?
The large majority of listeners receive their local Talking Newspaper on cassette tapes although there is a major shift to providing the news on CD, USB sticks, internet or radio. Find out from your local Talking Newspaper what format they can provide.
If you cannot read
A large amount of information that others take for granted is not available to you. Even if you are one of the lucky 10% who read Braille, local news and events are outside your reach. The Talking Newspaper brings independence; you no longer need to rely on a sighted friend to read for you and you can re-read whenever and as often as you like.
Keeping in touch
Local news is particularly important for blind and partially sighted people. The majority are elderly, and can easily become isolated from the community in which they have spent their lives. The Talking Newspaper not only makes blind and partially sighted people aware of what is happening on their own doorstep, but enables them to contribute more actively in conversations instead of always being on the receiving end.
A weekly visit by a friend
This is how many recipients describe the Talking Newspaper – “Highlight of the Week”, with familiar voices giving useful information on local entertainment, shopping and special services or hints for blind and partially sighted people in addition to the local news. The Talking Newspaper has become an essential service for blind and partially sighted people, usually backed by regular visits from Talking Newspaper volunteers.
A tape recorder in the home
Provided, if necessary, on free loan from the Talking Newspaper. This will open up the ability to communicate with others by recording messages. It becomes a source of entertainment and information. It also provides a means of replaying the growing number of books and magazines available on tape, for pleasure, information or education.
If you – or someone you know – could benefit from a Talking Newspaper then contact your local Talking Newspaper or Talking News Federation office,
Or
If you wish to volunteer to help a Local Talking Newspaper in Your Area:-
Find their telephone number and address in your local telephone book or contact the Talking News Federation office.
If There Is No Talking Newspaper in Your Area:-
You can take the first step to establishing one by contacting the Talking News Federation office.
Please Phone:- 0871 226 5506
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